
Investment Manager
12 hours ago
Investment Manager role at RMIT University.
- Lead the growth of innovative research ventures with lasting impact
- Attractive salary package with hybrid working options
- Be part of RMIT's vibrant Melbourne CBD campus community
This role focuses on developing and supporting RMIT's pipeline of commercialisation opportunities being shaped for investment and new company formation, guiding them from early-stage identification through to the pre-seed stage and beyond. You will play a critical role in shaping, mentoring, and positioning these initiatives for investment and long-term success, while also managing the processes associated with investment governance, and providing strategic investment advice.
We are seeking an experienced venture investment manager who thrives in complex environments, has a passion for innovation and commercialisation, and is motivated by helping researchers and founders translate ideas into impactful ventures. Drawing on your networks, commercial acumen and experience in deal structuring, you will amplify the scale and quality of investment-ready opportunities in the RMIT pre-seed pipeline and accelerate the formation of new companies based on world-class IP.
Qualifications- Post graduate degree in the relevant area of science, technology and/or business with demonstrated experience in commercialising University research, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education.
- Experience in managing and curating a technology pipeline in concert with stakeholders.
- Experience providing recommendations and advice at senior management, Investment Committee and executive management level.
- Start-up creation or board experience to guide and assist founders and their early-stage technology companies to develop the business and achieve success.
- Complex Venture/Deal structuring experience to ensure models of translation are fit-for-purpose and align RMIT interests with investors, partners and overall commercial strategy of the venture.
- Demonstrated ability to work across a range of technology options with proven mentoring and communication expertise.
- Solid track record of working successfully with researchers, students and other stakeholders to develop commercialisation initiatives.
- Proven ability to collaborate and deliver results in a complex organisation and/or a university environment.
- Demonstrated risk management experience in establishment of commercial initiatives.
Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.
About The PortfolioRMIT's Research and Innovation Portfolio supports researchers to help shape the world. The portfolio has an engaged, energetic, talented, and collaborative team focused on enabling excellent research and innovation outcomes. With a global presence, community, and industry connections, we support cutting- edge research and careers that make a positive impact on communities.
The Research and Innovation Portfolio supports researchers and graduate researchers with research partnerships, grants and research contracts, funding opportunities, capability development, research training, ethics and integrity, intellectual property, commercialisation, internships, communication, and profile.
To ApplyPlease submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the Apply link at the top of this page.
For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Heather St John via email heather.st.john@rmit.edu.au.
Position Description – Investment Manager
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Applications Close22 Sept 2025 11.59 pm
RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT (including alternate formats of application forms). To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Dani, via talentsupport@rmit.edu.au or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers.
We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.
Job Details- Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: Finance and Sales
- Industries: Higher Education
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